West Kazakhstan Medical University, located in the city of Aktobe (West of Kazakhstan) is one of the oldest state medical universities in the country. It is the leading medical higher education institution continuously confirming its reputation by high ranking positions of the independent and government rating agencies.

West Kazakhstan Medical University was established in 1957 and during its half a century history graduated over 25000 medical students who have successful medical careers in Kazakhstan and abroad.

West Kazakhstan Medical University has an international accreditation for its Bachelor, Master, Doctoral, Residency programs as it adheres to the international standards in the education approach, collaborates with universities and research centers around the world, and continuously develops its academic and research expertise.

66 years of successfully preparing professionals in Medicine field

In the Year 1957

In the Year 2023

Facts & Figures

  • State owned Medical University with 65 years of history
  • Founded in 1957, located in the city of Aktobe in the western part of Kazakhstan
  • Highest ranking university – TOP 1 in 2023 in Kazakhstan by IAAR rating for Medicine, TOP 7 overall rating
  • Offers International Medical Doctor program in English accredited with IAAR
  • Recognized by NMC India, WHO and the Ministry of Education & Science of Kazakhstan.
  • Member of Association of Medical Education in Europe AMEE, Association of Medical Schools in Europe AMSE, World Directory of Medical School by WHO, International Handbook of Universities by UNESCO
  • Over 25000 Graduates work in Kazakhstan and abroad
  • Partnered with 45 universities around the world for research, exchange programs and education development

University Infrastructure: 5 educational & research buildings, 3 university clinics, modern conference hall and library, study halls,  research labs & practical skills training center, 3 dormitories for ~ 3000 students.

Medical Doctor Program

  • Degree: Medical Doctor “General Medicine” ( MBBS equivalent)
  • Duration: 5+1 years
  • Language of instruction: English
  • Tuition fee: $ 4100 / year
  • Course start: September
  • Faculty: local professors and invited professors from partnered universities
  • Student body: international
  • Practical training and clinical rotations are held in the university own 3 clinics, and in partnered private and government hospitals in Kazakhstan

Student Life

Hostel & Mess

  • Comfortable and well-maintained rooms
  • Study halls for students, utility rooms with laundromats
  • Mess available inside the hostel (veg/ non-veg/ halal
  • Special food on festive days
  • Secure building and territory
  • Separate living for boys and girls
  • 24*7 medical care facilities
  • Friendly staff available for any support

Admission Requirements

  • AGE: 17 y.o. and older
  • NEET passing grade ( last 3 years results valid)
  • 12th Grade 50% min. aggregate for PCB
  • Valid passport ( min. 2 year validity)